Solène: from teacher to soap maker
Star pupil Solène Lebon Couturier had her future all planned out. But after spending 14 years as a high school teacher, she chose to say goodbye to education and launch Ciment, a brand of ethical soaps. Despite no previous experience with business plans or entrepreneurship, she’s still a quick student who has managed to find meaning through work.
Season 1 • Episode 5 • 9 mn
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